Aloe Vera: 7 Beauty Hacks To Try This Summer

By Yashika Goel
16 Apr 2025, 17:00 IST

Do you want to refresh and soothe your skin in summer? Excessive heat and UV rays can cause sunburns, heat rashes and redness on the skin. Try these easy hacks to reduce skin inflammation. Tap to read!

Aloe vera ice cubes

Take two tablespoons of fresh aloe vera gel and combine it with water. Freeze this and use it to massage your face. This helps reduce open pores and puffiness.

Aloe vera toner

Combine two tablespoons of aloe vera gel with one cup of distilled water. Apply it using a cotton pad or spray it on your face for a hydration boost.

Aloe vera and honey face mask

Combine two tablespoons of aloe vera with one tablespoon of honey. Apply this to your face for 15-20 minutes and wash it with normal water.

Aloe vera and cucumber face mist

Blend two tablespoons of aloe vera gel with some cucumber juice. Transfer it to a spray bottle and use it for instant hydration.

Aloe vera as moisturiser

Apply a thin layer of freshly extracted aloe vera gel. Gently massage it into your skin and leave it overnight to get soft skin in the morning.

Aloe vera and vitamin E lip mask

Mix one tablespoon of aloe vera gel with one capsule of vitamin E. Apply it as a mask to get soft and plumped lips.

Information credits

This information is taken from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Aloe vera is rich in anti-inflammatory properties, which help reduce skin irritation. However, it is always advisable to do a proper patch test before applying it directly to your skin.